--- title: "200mm Capable High Resolution Imaging Equipment" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-dd0888a9-354c-45b4-abd8-0bff028836cd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dd0888a9-354c-45b4-abd8-0bff028836cd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dd0888a9-354c-45b4-abd8-0bff028836cd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dd0888a9-354c-45b4-abd8-0bff028836cd.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON" published: "2024-11-27" --- # 200mm Capable High Resolution Imaging Equipment Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dd0888a9-354c-45b4-abd8-0bff028836cd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dd0888a9-354c-45b4-abd8-0bff028836cd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dd0888a9-354c-45b4-abd8-0bff028836cd.json) ## Summary The University of Southampton, located in Southampton, England, conducted a procurement process for the acquisition of a 200mm capable high-resolution imaging equipment, specifically an ultra-high-resolution scanning electron microscope (UHR-SEM). This tender, classified under CPV 38000000 for laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, followed a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 26 August 2024, and the contract was awarded on 25 November 2024 with the contract period spanning from 25 November 2024 to 24 November 2027. The procurement, valued at £1,445,700, aims to strengthen the capabilities of the Zepler Cleanrooms within the UK semiconductor fabrication ecosystem, supporting 200mm wafer-scale processing in the South East region of the United Kingdom. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses that specialise in high-resolution imaging and semiconductor research equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that provide cutting-edge laboratory and precision instruments can benefit from participating in such procurements. The procuring entity, the University of Southampton, intends to foster advancements in material and device performance analysis, thereby contributing to national semiconductor research and development. Businesses that can offer sophisticated equipment with efficient fabrication capabilities and sustainable resource management will be well-suited to compete for similar future opportunities. ## Notice The University of Southampton Zepler Cleanrooms were looking to purchase in a 200mm wafer capable, ultra-high resolution scanning electron microscope (UHR-SEM). The equipment will deliver efficient fabrication at the wafer scale, process waste reduction and sustainable resource management via enabling of routine imaging and materials analysis, whilst remaining accessible in terms of ease of operation and training for a diverse user base at the academic research level. The proposed equipment is a state-of-the art sub-nanometre, ultra-high resolution scanning electron microscope for fast imaging time to results, shortening the inspection loop in wafer-scale device fabrication, and maintaining the quality of material platforms and lithographic tolerances. By acquiring this equipment, the Zepler Cleanrooms intend: * To be a centre for wafer-scale analysis of material, device performance, and fabrication quality management * To be an integral part of the UK semiconductor fabrication ecosystem that supports 200mm wafer-scale processing. * To provide national semiconductor research and development capability of high- throughput inspection and process yield evaluation for up to 200mm wafers. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5db101cc-990f-463a-bd78-dec1dd960af5 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | 26 Aug 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 25 Nov 2024 | | Contract period | 25 Nov 2024 - 24 Nov 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,445,700 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £1,445,700 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON | | Locality | SOUTHAMPTON | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO17 1BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton | | Local authority | Southampton | | Electoral ward | Portswood | | Westminster constituency | Southampton Test | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | FEI | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ## Release History - 27 Nov 2024 at 13:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5db101cc-990f-463a-bd78-dec1dd960af5 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5db101cc-990f-463a-bd78-dec1dd960af5 27th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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